AI-driven quality control systems and mfg solutions focus of CICU workshop
Ludhiana: It's no secret that AI is set to revolutionise manufacturing, like every other sphere of life and work.
At a workshop organised at the Chamber of Industrial & Commercial Undertakings (CICU) recently, the transformative role of AI in modern manufacturing was discussed at length.
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The focus was on how AI is revolutionising industrial practices by enhancing operational efficiency, enabling predictive maintenance, and driving automation, thereby improving overall productivity and significantly reducing costs.
Application of machine learning in production processes and real-time data analysis, insights into deep learning, emphasising AI-driven quality control systems and intelligent manufacturing solutions were explained and discussed by the participants, while exploring the role of generative AI, with a focus on natural language processing and the capabilities of various foundation models.
Another key area of discussion was prompt engineering and a comparative analysis between OpenAI tools and proprietary AI solutions. The workshop also addressed the importance of security and compliance frameworks for industries and presented suggested proprietary models to tackle sector-specific challenges. In addition, the integration of AWS tools into routine industrial operations was demonstrated, showcasing how cloud-based solutions are enhancing efficiency across different verticals.
The event saw active participation and enthusiasm from all attendees, underlining the growing interest in adopting AI-driven technologies in industry.
Ashwani Muraal, founder & CEO of Kare Technologies; Priyanka Goswami, senior product specialist ( technical support at PTC); and Abhay Gupta, business strategist at Ingram Micro India shared their insights and expertise.
Upkar Singh Ahuja, president of CICU, presented a token of gratitude to the faculty.
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